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Delhi IAS Academy Celebrates 19th Foundation Day on National Youth Day with Grand “Yuvathan Marathon”

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Message of energy, discipline and focus inspired by Swami Vivekananda Jayanti On the occasion of Swami Vivekananda’s birth anniversary, celebrated across the country as National Youth Day, Delhi IAS Academy marked its 19th Foundation Day with great enthusiasm and dignity. To commemorate the occasion, the academy organized a grand “Yuvathan Marathon” in the morning, aimed … Read more

Accidentally Inserted SIM Ejector Pin into Mic Hole? Here’s What Really Happens and What You Should Do

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Many smartphone users panic after mistakenly inserting the SIM ejector pin into a small hole next to the SIM tray, assuming they may have damaged the phone’s microphone. This is a common mistake, especially with modern smartphones that feature multiple microphones placed close to the SIM tray. But does this error actually harm your phone? … Read more

Will President Trump Attack Iran as Protests Intensify?

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Tehran/Washington:As anti-government protests in Iran entered their third week, killing between 438 and 500 people according to rights groups, attention has increasingly shifted from the streets of Tehran to Washington, where U.S. President Donald Trump has sent mixed and often contradictory signals about his intentions toward the Islamic Republic. The Iranian leadership, facing its gravest … Read more

Union Budget 2026-27 to be presented on February 1; Parliament session from January 28

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New Delhi: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget for 2026-27 in Parliament on Sunday, February 1, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said on Monday. The Budget session of Parliament will commence on January 28 with President Droupadi Murmu addressing members of both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha assembled in the … Read more

Congress stages protest in Mungeli against changes to MGNREGA

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Mungeli, Chhattisgarh: The Chhattisgarh unit of the Congress on January 10 intensified its protest against what it termed the “dilution of the original spirit” of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), accusing the Union government of undermining the legal right to work for rural labourers. Addressing a press conference in Mungeli, senior … Read more

India–US Trade Talks to Resume on January 13; Washington to Invite New Delhi to Join Pax Silica Initiative

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New Delhi : India and the United States are set to hold another round of high-level trade negotiations on January 13, officials said, as both sides seek to break the deadlock that has stalled a long-anticipated bilateral trade agreement. The talks come amid growing strategic cooperation on technology and supply-chain security. In New Delhi on … Read more

Record SIP Inflows Shield Indian Markets Amid Trump Tariff Fears and Heavy FII Sell-Off

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New Delhi : At a time when global markets are under pressure due to rising trade tensions and concerns over fresh tariffs proposed by former US President Donald Trump, India’s stock markets have found an unlikely but powerful shield — domestic retail investors. Record investments through Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) in mutual funds have helped … Read more

India to Establish New Naval Base at Haldia: Strategic Boost to Security in Northern Bay of Bengal

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New Delhi : India is set to strengthen its maritime security posture in the eastern region by establishing a new Indian Navy base at Haldia in West Bengal, located along the Hooghly River. The proposed facility, which will function as a naval detachment, is aimed at enhancing India’s operational reach and rapid-response capabilities in the … Read more

Restaurant Price ₹320, Zomato Shows ₹655: Woman Questions Food Delivery App, Company Gives Clarification

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Online food delivery has become an essential part of daily life for millions of Indians. However, the rising cost of ordering food through apps has once again sparked debate after a woman highlighted a massive price difference between a restaurant’s offline bill and the amount shown on Zomato. The issue came to light when a … Read more

‘Uninvestible’: Oil Executives Push Back on Trump’s Venezuela Drilling Push

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Washington, D.C. — President Donald Trump’s ambitious plan to revive Venezuela’s oil sector by attracting billions of dollars in U.S. investment has run into stiff resistance from the very industry he hopes will bankroll it. During a closed-door White House meeting on Friday, top executives from major U.S. oil companies expressed deep skepticism about the … Read more

SRM Law School Launches Master of Public Policy Programme

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Chennai SRM School of Law, part of the SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), has officially launched a new Master of Public Policy (MPP) programme aimed at training future leaders in governance, public administration and policy research. The formal inauguration took place on 8 January 2026 at the Law School’s Seminar Hall in the … Read more

Indiana vs. Oregon Peach Bowl: Hoosiers Dominate Ducks in College Football Playoff Semifinal

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Atlanta, Georgia The Indiana Hoosiers are putting on a commanding performance against the Oregon Ducks in the Peach Bowl, surging to a big lead in the College Football Playoff semifinal and moving within striking distance of the national championship game. Led by head coach Curt Cignetti, the No. 1-ranked Hoosiers (14-0) entered the game with … Read more

China’s Shift to Clean Energy Undercuts U.S. Push to Control Venezuela’s Oil

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Washington / Beijing / Caracas Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s renewed push for American control over Venezuela’s vast oil reserves is colliding with a major global reality: Venezuela’s largest oil customer, China, is rapidly moving away from fossil fuels. While the Trump administration has reportedly sought to reposition Venezuela’s oil industry under U.S. influence—following a … Read more

Durg District Administration Externs Nandini Nagar Goonda for One Year

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Durg । In a major action to maintain law and order, the Durg District Administration has ordered the one-year externment of notorious goonda Dushyant Khosla, a resident of Nandini Nagar, following repeated involvement in violent and anti-social activities. The externment order was issued by the District Magistrate, Durg, on January 8, 2026, based on a … Read more

Copper Emerges as a Strong Challenger to Gold and Silver as Prices Cross $13,000 per Tonne

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New Delhi: The red metal, copper, is rapidly emerging as a major competitor to traditional precious metals such as gold and silver. Copper prices have surged to a historic high, crossing $13,000 per tonne, raising questions about whether it could outperform gold and silver in terms of returns in 2026. Copper Prices Hit Record High … Read more

Reliance Jio IPO Could Become Largest in Indian History, May Surpass Hyundai India Offering

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Reliance Jio Platforms is expected to launch its much-anticipated Initial Public Offering (IPO) later this year or in early 2026, a move that could result in the largest IPO in Indian capital market history, according to a Reuters report. The IPO size is estimated to exceed $4 billion, potentially surpassing the $3.3 billion IPO of … Read more

Jashpur Police Bust ₹51 Lakh Theft Case; Niece Turns Out to Be Mastermind, Five Accused Arrested

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Jashpur।  Jashpur Police have achieved a major breakthrough in a high-value theft case reported from Gram Keradih, Rainidand, under Narayanpur police station limits. The police have so far arrested five accused and sent them to judicial custody, recovering stolen property worth approximately ₹51.82 lakh. In a shocking revelation, the theft was not committed by outsiders … Read more

H-1B, H-4 Visa Holders Warned Against Emergency Travel to India Amid Severe US Visa Delays

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New Delhi / Washington:H-1B and H-4 visa holders planning to travel to India for emergencies, family events, or weddings have been urged to exercise extreme caution, as US visa appointment delays in India have stretched well into mid-2026. Immigration experts warn that what was once routine travel could now turn into a prolonged and risky … Read more

Bulldozers, Forced Sterilisation and Bloodshed: The Turkman Gate Tragedy of 1976 and Its Dark Legacy

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New Delhi:Recent violence near the Faiz-e-Ilahi Mosque in Delhi’s Turkman Gate area has once again brought a painful chapter of India’s history back into public memory. While the latest incident involved rumours of a mosque being targeted during an anti-encroachment drive—leading to unrest and the arrest of 12 people—the name Turkman Gate itself carries a … Read more

Is India Turning Towards China? Signs of a Major Policy Shift Emerge

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New Delhi: After years of strained ties following the 2020 border clash, India appears to be taking cautious steps toward restoring its economic relationship with China. The Union Ministry of Finance is reportedly considering rolling back key restrictions that have kept Chinese companies out of Indian government projects for nearly five years, a move that … Read more

Gujarat Earthquake: Repeated Tremors Shake Rajkot, Schools Closed as Precaution

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Ahmedabad/Rajkot: A series of mild to moderate earthquake tremors jolted parts of Gujarat’s Saurashtra region, particularly Rajkot district, triggering panic among residents and prompting the administration to shut schools as a precautionary measure. The tremors were felt multiple times within a short span, raising concerns among locals, though no loss of life or property has … Read more

Budget 2026: Semiconductor Industry Urges Government to Continue Incentive Schemes

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New Delhi: Ahead of Union Budget 2026, India’s semiconductor and electronics industry has urged the government to continue and strengthen key incentive schemes to sustain momentum in domestic manufacturing and design capabilities. The Indian Electronics and Semiconductor Association (IESA) has called for the continuation of the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) 2.0 and the Design Linked … Read more

After 8th Pay Commission Talks, Government Plans Major Relief for Private Sector Employees: EPFO Salary Limit Likely to Rise

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New Delhi:After discussions around the 8th Pay Commission for government employees, the Central Government is now preparing a major step to benefit private sector employees. In a move aimed at expanding social security coverage, the government is considering a significant increase in the monthly salary ceiling under the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). According to … Read more

Tracking Crypto Transactions Remains a Major Challenge: After RBI, Income Tax Department Flags Serious Risks

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New Delhi: The debate over cryptocurrencies and other Virtual Digital Assets (VDAs) continues to intensify worldwide, and India remains among the countries that have not granted them official approval. After the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the Income Tax Department has now also raised strong concerns, highlighting the serious risks associated with cryptocurrencies. According to … Read more